The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 300

“No, I’m fine,” I said.

It stung to lose 1,300 bucks, but it wasn’t exactly a shot to the chest. Besides, I didn’t want to be the type of girl who immediately spent her boyfriend’s money as soon as they got together.

“It was fun overall. It’s been a while since I played cards, so I don’t mind,” I said.

“Yeah. You did sound like you were having fun,” Soren replied, his tone apologetic. “I’m sorry for leaving in the midst of our first date. I was even worried you might be mad about it. But seeing that you’re with our friends now makes me feel better.”

“Is that why you’re calling me right now?”

“Yeah. You got me. I’m still working, and I’m worried I’ll be up late. You should have dinner and head home soon. Your knees will thank you.”

Gosh, everyone had the day off for New Year’s, yet he was working overtime. The thought made my chest ache.

“Yeah, I got it. Don’t worry about me, okay?” I said softly. Try to finish early so you can rest.”

“I know. Bye for now.”

“Bye.”

Jean mimicked my tone after I hung up, her voice dripping with sarcasm. “Whatever happened to the Taylor Jones I remember? All I get now is a lovestruck girl!”

raised my hand. She

phone caught my attention. Soren had sent me

I didn’t need it though!] I texted before quickly transferring the money

sent it again.

you a gift. Now I can’t even give my girlfriend some pocket money? I’m feeling

[But I told you, I don’t need it! You’ve done so much

get back to your game. Maybe you’ll win what you lost.]

softly to myself.

refilled her funds! You

wild as I stared at them in

company

I returned to

of my workload and the time I had taken off to rest after my injury had

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me out for lunch and dinner, but turned him down

third day, Cherry rushed into

the business proposal I

didn’t have time. Someone showed up at the office. I

her, confused. “Who could’ve made

door to my office opened, and a towering figure